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4.4 - Log values: Print to serial monitor for debugging sensor readings

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What command is used to initialize the Serial communication?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look for the function that begins serial communication.

Question 2

Easy

Which function prints values to the serial monitor?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of the function that allows your program to show data.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of printing values to the serial monitor?

  • To store values in the cloud
  • To debug sensor readings
  • To avoid using code

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about where you can see live updates from your code.

Question 2

True or False: Serial.begin() is not necessary to receive data on the Serial Monitor.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the setup function’s purpose here.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You notice that your sensor is reporting values inconsistently. Describe a strategic approach using the serial monitor to debug this.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about isolating each potential point of failure.

Question 2

If a temperature sensor is showing negative values during a warm day, how would you isolate the issue using the serial monitor?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall how consistent data is crucial for accurate readings.

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